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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday on X that the Lone Star State’s elite National Guard units are deploying “now” after receiving a request to help protect federal property.
In the brief post, Abbott wrote, “The elite Texas National Guard. Ever ready. Deploying now.”
The short but commanding message underlines the governor’s confidence in the state’s ability and willingness to act in defense of the nation.
Texas officials say the deployment is being coordinated with the White House’s plans to reinforce security in several cities that have seen spikes in protests targeting federal facilities, including Chicago and Portland.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defended Trump’s decision, writing on X that he had “fully authorized the President to call up 400 members of the Texas National Guard to ensure safety for federal officials.”
He added that federal and state leaders must “either fully enforce protection for federal employees or get out of the way and let the Texas Guard do it,” while praising the Guard’s “training, skill and expertise.”
Legal challenges are continuing in some states, but in Texas, officials say they are ready.
Abbott’s post has received millions of views within hours and struck a chord with supporters praising his decisive leadership.
As legal battles play out, the governor’s message remains simple: “Ever ready.”
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